The article discusses the author's personal experience with the Chirp wheel, a device designed to relieve back tension and improve spinal flexibility. Over less than three weeks, they describe a progression from barely using the wheel to fully utilizing it by lifting their hips off the ground for a deeper stretch. While praising its efficacy, they also mention potential downsides, such as concerns about the wheel's durability and its limited versatility compared to other recovery tools. Despite these, the affordable price and quick results make it an appealing choice for back pain relief.
Initially, I positioned it at my lower back and-so slowly, so gently-arched over it. My hips stayed on the floor, so I wasn't adding extra weight.
You can also lay passively on the Chirp wheel, allowing all of the surrounding muscles to relax and getting a deep opening across the chest and front shoulders.
While I've had a great experience with my Chirp wheel, some Reddit users have mentioned that the plastic has cracked under their weight.
This wheel is designed for the spine, and while you can use it to awkwardly massage the hamstring or calf, it's not ideal for much else.
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